kta naval systems

Engineering the Next Generation of Submarine Combat Systems

Systems Engineer

 

kta naval systems is a joint venture company owned by Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (KDA), TKMS and TKMS ATLAS ELEKTRONIK. The company serves as the exclusive supplier and Design Authority for the complete combat systems delivered to TKMS submarines.

kta naval systems has its headquarters in Kongsberg, Norway and a branch office in Bremen, Germany.

We are currently seeking Systems Engineers to help shape the future of submarines through the ORCCA Combat System.

 

YOU WILL:

  • Participate in the design and development submarine systems
  • Contribute to system architecture and interface definitions
  • Coordinate technical topics with suppliers and internal stakeholders
  • Support specification and follow-up of subsystems from external partners
  • Assist in integration, testing, verification, and validation activities
  • Establish interfaces between subsystems and also with the customer systems/platform
  • Participate in system-level troubleshooting and commissioning activities

 

YOU BRING:

  • A degree in engineering, physics, computer science, or a comparable technical discipline
  • Experience in systems engineering, system integration, or complex technical projects
  • Structured and analytical working style
  • Interest in complex, interdisciplinary systems
  • Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate across teams
  • Fluent English (additional languages beneficial depending on suppliers)
  • Experience or academic exposure is preferred in one or more of:
    • Submarine systems
    • Network architectures and technology
    • Information security and cyber security
    • Communication systems and transmission methods
    • Optical sensor
    • Acoustic sensors (passive or active SONAR)
    • Model based design
    • Logistics and follow on technical support

 

 

YOU WILL BE ABLE TO:

  • Design the future Combat System for the market leader of conventional submarines
  • Take interesting and challenging positions with good opportunities for development and help shape a company
  • Work with highly dedicated and skilled colleagues in an intercultural team
  • Benefit from
    • Competitive conditions and a highly flexible work environment
    • Employee share program
    • Employer-supported pension plan

 

This position will require some travel. 

Candidates applying for the position will be subject to a background check as part of the recruitment process, and the outcome of this assessment will be considered in the selection of the candidate. To be eligible for the position, you must be qualified to obtain security clearance in accordance with the Norwegian Security Act.

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Reference No.:

kta 02:26

Region:

  • Buskerud

Job type:

Permanent

Working hours:

Full-time

Working days:

Day

Position type:

Engineering (all disciplines)
Engineering - electrical
Engineering - quality
Engineering - software/programming
Engineering - system architecture

Application deadline:

30/04/2026

Location:

Kongsberg

Contacts:

Company homepage:

https://kta-naval-systems.com/

Office address:

Kirkegårdsveien 45 3616 Kongsberg

Office location: